1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 1980 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 825 kg more than 1963 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alpine A 110 | 1980 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 110 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2710 mm |
